{"product_id":"female-lipid-test-kit","title":"Female Lipid Test Kit | Cholesterol, HDL \u0026 Triglycerides","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTest ID:\u003c\/strong\u003e B-221 | \u003cstrong\u003eSample Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dried Blood Spot | \u003cstrong\u003eTest Method:\u003c\/strong\u003e Immunoassay | \u003cstrong\u003eResults:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3–5 Working Days | \u003cstrong\u003eLaboratory:\u003c\/strong\u003e ZRT Laboratory – CLIA Certified | \u003cstrong\u003eReport:\u003c\/strong\u003e Specialist Doctor Comment Included | \u003cstrong\u003eSuitable For:\u003c\/strong\u003e Women | \u003cstrong\u003eCollect Sample At Home:\u003c\/strong\u003e No Clinic Visit Required\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat This Test Measures\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThree essential cardiovascular and metabolic markers from a simple finger-prick dried blood spot:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Cholesterol (CH)\u003c\/strong\u003e — your overall cholesterol level; a key indicator of cardiovascular health that can shift significantly during hormonal transitions in women\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHDL Cholesterol (HDL)\u003c\/strong\u003e — the protective “good” cholesterol that transports cholesterol away from arteries; HDL tends to decline with falling oestrogen and is particularly important to monitor in women after 40\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTriglycerides (TG)\u003c\/strong\u003e — blood fats linked to metabolic risk and cardiovascular disease; elevated triglycerides are a strong predictor of heart disease risk in women and are closely associated with insulin resistance and PCOS\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTogether these markers give a clear picture of your heart health, fat metabolism, and metabolic risk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCould Your Cholesterol or Triglycerides Be Putting Your Heart at Risk?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeart disease is the leading cause of death in women — yet it is still widely perceived as a male problem. Many women with high cholesterol or lipid imbalance have \u003cstrong\u003eno obvious symptoms\u003c\/strong\u003e, and their risk is frequently underestimated or untested. As oestrogen declines during perimenopause and menopause, LDL cholesterol typically rises, HDL falls, and triglycerides increase — often rapidly and without warning. Women on the contraceptive pill or HRT may also see significant shifts in their lipid profile. If you recognise any of the following, a lipid test could give you the clarity you need:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFatigue or low energy with no clear cause\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight gain, especially around the abdomen or hips\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrain fog or difficulty concentrating\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFamily history of heart disease, stroke, or high cholesterol\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-sugar or high-fat diet with little exercise\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerimenopausal or postmenopausal and concerned about changing cardiovascular risk\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCurrently taking the contraceptive pill, HRT, or cholesterol-lowering medication\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiagnosed with PCOS, metabolic syndrome, insulin resistance, or type 2 diabetes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo recent cardiovascular blood test\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLipid Test Reference Ranges\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTest\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth align=\"right\"\u003eUnit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth align=\"right\"\u003eWomen\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth align=\"right\"\u003eMen\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTotal Cholesterol (CH)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003emg\/dL\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e132–239\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e132–239\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHDL Cholesterol (HDL)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003emg\/dL\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e40–60\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e40–60\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTriglycerides (TG)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003emg\/dL\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e\u0026lt;150\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e\u0026lt;150\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat Do These Lipid Markers Mean?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTest\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSimple explanation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Cholesterol (CH)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMeasures the overall amount of cholesterol in your blood, including HDL, LDL and other cholesterol-carrying particles. Your result should be interpreted alongside HDL, LDL, triglycerides and personal cardiovascular risk factors. The laboratory reference interval is \u003cstrong\u003e132–239 mg\/dL\u003c\/strong\u003e, but being within this interval does not necessarily mean the result is ideal.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHDL Cholesterol (HDL)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOften called “good cholesterol.” HDL helps transport cholesterol away from the arteries and back to the liver for removal. Higher HDL is generally considered more favourable. The stated laboratory range is \u003cstrong\u003e40–60 mg\/dL\u003c\/strong\u003e. Healthy targets can differ by sex; HDL above 40 mg\/dL for men and above 50 mg\/dL for women is generally considered favourable. \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTriglycerides (TG)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA type of fat used by the body to store energy. Elevated levels may be associated with increased cardiovascular risk, particularly when combined with high LDL or low HDL. A fasting triglyceride result below \u003cstrong\u003e150 mg\/dL\u003c\/strong\u003e is generally considered healthy. \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese results should not be considered individually. A healthcare professional may also consider LDL, non-HDL cholesterol, blood pressure, diabetes, smoking, age and family history when assessing cardiovascular risk. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho Should Consider This Test?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWomen with no recent cholesterol or lipid check\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFamily history of heart disease, stroke, or high cholesterol\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerimenopausal or postmenopausal — oestrogen decline directly shifts lipid balance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCurrently on HRT or the contraceptive pill — both can affect lipid levels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiagnosed with or suspected PCOS, metabolic syndrome, or insulin resistance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbdominal weight gain, poor diet, or limited exercise\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone wanting a proactive approach to heart health and longevity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow It Works\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrder your kit — delivered to your door\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCollect your sample at home — a simple finger-prick dried blood spot; no clinic or GP visit needed; fasting for 8–12 hours before collection is recommended for most accurate triglyceride results\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePost your sample to ZRT Laboratory using the return instructions provided\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReceive your results by email within 3–5 working days of the lab receiving your sample\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat You Receive\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTotal Cholesterol, HDL, and Triglycerides displayed clearly in graphics and numbers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWritten interpretation by a Specialist PhD Doctor including cardiovascular and metabolic risk assessment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGuidance on what your results mean and what to do next\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLaboratory fee included — no hidden charges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy We Use ZRT Laboratory\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll testing is performed by \u003cstrong\u003eZRT Laboratory\u003c\/strong\u003e — a globally recognised, \u003cstrong\u003eCLIA-certified\u003c\/strong\u003e diagnostic laboratory founded in 1998 by \u003cstrong\u003eDr. David Zava, PhD\u003c\/strong\u003e. ZRT has performed \u003cstrong\u003eover 11 million tests\u003c\/strong\u003e and is trusted by healthcare professionals in \u003cstrong\u003e96+ countries\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need to fast before collecting my sample?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFasting for 8–12 hours before collection is recommended for the most accurate triglyceride result. Cholesterol and HDL are less affected by fasting but consistency improves comparability if you are monitoring over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does menopause affect cholesterol?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOestrogen plays a protective role in lipid metabolism. As oestrogen declines during perimenopause and menopause, LDL typically rises, HDL falls, and triglycerides increase — often significantly and without symptoms. Regular monitoring from perimenopause onwards is strongly recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes HRT affect lipid levels?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Different HRT formulations can have varying effects on cholesterol and triglycerides. Monitoring lipids during HRT helps confirm the cardiovascular impact is favourable and within a healthy range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the price include the laboratory fee?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. The full laboratory analysis fee is included. You are only responsible for posting your sample to the laboratory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow long is the kit valid for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe kit must be used within \u003cstrong\u003e12 months\u003c\/strong\u003e of the purchase date.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hormone Lab UK","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58617222168957,"sku":"20261-F","price":131.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1885\/4859\/files\/Female-Lipid-Test.webp?v=1792582300","url":"https:\/\/hormonelab.co.uk\/de\/products\/female-lipid-test-kit","provider":"Hormone Lab UK","version":"1.0","type":"link"}